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23Feb By The MillerNo Comments

Korean movies at Berlinale

Korean Movies at Berlinale Movie Awards From whimsical romance to heartfelt coming-of-age tales, three Korean treasures showcased at past Berlinale festivals highlight the event's appreciation for innovative and sincere storytelling.For many Koreans, the Berlinale—commonly referred to as the festival—has recently become strongly associated with the annual premieres of arthouse filmmaker Hong Sang-soo. However, the involvement of Korean cinema at this esteemed event showcases a wide range of diversity.As the 75th Berlinale, taking place from February 13 to 23, approaches its conclusion, here are three unique Korean perspectives that have echoed throughout the festival's renowned venues. "I’m a Cyborg, But That's Alright" Park Chan-wook's surprising shift towards romantic charm made a d...

8Feb By Riley QuinnNo Comments

Film & TV

JFK Film “November 1963”

The JFK Assassination “November 1963” dives into the intense 48 hours right before President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The movie looks into the rumored involvement of the Chicago Outfit and includes firsthand accounts, showcasing views from Sam Giancana's family.John Travolta is on board to play Johnny Roselli, a key player in organized crime who represented the Outfit on the West Coast and in Las Vegas. Mandy Patinkin will portray Anthony Accardo, the clever and powerful guy behind the Chicago Outfit, known as one of the biggest crime figures back in that time. Dermot Mulroney will take on the role of Chuckie Nicoletti, Sam Giancana's bodyguard and the Outfit's most notorious hitman from the South Side. There are more casting updates coming soon. Chicago Outfit is Part of It Nic...

Award Winners: “Nickel Boys” and “A Real Pain”

5Jan By Ana ValdezNo Comments

Film & TV

Award Winners: “Nickel Boys” and “A Real Pain”

Film Awards Voting for the National Society of Film Critics is now complete and films like “Nickel Boys” and “A Real Pain” took home top honors. NSFC was founded in 1966 and is comprised of over 60 critics hailing from outlets nationally. These journalists mark their annual voting selections for categories such as best picture, director, actor, actress, supporting actor and actress, screenplay and cinematography. Voting is processed through a weighted ballot system which has critics vote for their top 3 picks. The nominee that garners the most points and is listed on the most ballots wins. The voting process only proceeds to a second round if necessary and voting continues for as long as required until a nominee receives the majority of votes. “Nickel Boys” took home the Best Picture prize...

2Jan By Ana ValdezNo Comments

Film & TV

13 Films In 2025

Films to See at Festivals We present our annual list of U.S. and international films we anticipate will be released soon. With an accuracy rate exceeding 80% for our 2024 predictions, this year's list includes several films that we still hope to see showcased at a festival in the near future. Similar to our previous prediction lists, we have highlighted titles that have either begun filming or are in post-production and have not yet been announced for any festivals. "Eleanor The Great" Scarlett Johansson, known for her work with Marvel, is making her debut as a feature film director with this uplifting story about a 90-year-old woman returning to New York after many years in Florida. In this new chapter of her life, she forms an unexpected friendship with a 19-year-old student. The cast is...